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avaistheone1 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Nov-22-10 06:55 PM
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MSNBC: Tell the TSA 'Don't touch my junk' – here's how
Edited on Mon Nov-22-10 06:55 PM by avaistheone1
Just two weeks ago, the Travel Security Administration said the TSA received "minimal complaints" since launching its "enhanced security procedures" in airports -- full body scans (aka "porno scans") that render naked images of passengers, and invasive pat-downs for those who opt out.

Of course, that was before John Tyner told a San Diego airport security agent, "If you touch my junk, I'll have you arrested," and a rallying cry was born. On Wednesday -- a major flying day before Thanksgiving -- airline travelers are asked to observe Opt Out Day by opting out of X-ray scanners in favor of the pat-down, creating a significant log jam of protest at the airport. But that's not your only option.

Whether or not you're traveling on Wednesday, there are plenty of other ways you can let the TSA know what you think. "Individuals appalled by these procedures have a right to submit formal complaints to the TSA," the Electronic Frontier Foundation reports. "It is important the passengers and crew submit complaints to showcase the widespread resistance to these procedures.
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The EFF plans to file a Freedom of Information Act request to test the claim that the TSA has seen minimal increases in complaints, and the privacy advocacy encourages travelers to submit any complaints as well. Here's how:


http://technolog.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2010/11/22/5510440-tell-the-tsa-dont-touch-my-junk-heres-how





Interesting MSNBC is providing tips on how to give feedback to and complaints about the TSA.
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cartouch100 Donating Member (19 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Nov-22-10 07:14 PM
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1. RE: MSNBC: Tell the TSA 'Don't touch my junk' – here's how
Maybe some of its on-air talent has been groped while waiting to get on a plane at the airport!!!
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TroglodyteScholar Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Nov-22-10 07:37 PM
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2. When was the last time you had to stand on one of these General Electric scanners?
Edited on Mon Nov-22-10 07:37 PM by TroglodyteScholar
http://www.tsa.gov/press/happenings/ge_koisk.shtm

From the TSA's own website (2007). Hmm.
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Waiting For Everyman Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Nov-22-10 07:42 PM
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3. A very good idea! K&R
There's lots of useful info at the link, including the TSA's phone number.

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